Two of my favorite places are Walt Disney World and Washington D.C. After just returning from a quick four day trip to DC, I have realized that there are many similarities between these two favorite vacation spots of mine. Waiting for the Disney Bus Transportation Both of these amazing places have great transportation systems that…
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Healthy Eating at Walt Disney World
When I think of Walt Disney World, the first thing that usually comes to mind is food! My mind wanders from the smell of fresh popcorn on Main Street U.S.A. to the crisp bite of a caramel apple from Caramel Kuche at the Germany pavilion in Epcot. So many delicious options are available, it’s hard not to…
Tour of the Topiaries: Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival 2016
It’s my very favorite time of the year: The Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival! From March 2nd through May 30th, 2016, you can enjoy a multitude of beautiful flowers, topiaries, outdoor kitchens, concerts, and souvenirs throughout Epcot. The topiaries are incredible; placed throughout the World Showcase and Future World, these gorgeous pieces of living…
The Disney Princess 5K: My Experiences
The Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend came to the Walt Disney World Resort February 18-21st, and I was lucky enough to attend! I checked out the runDisney Health & Fitness Expo, ran the Disney Princess 5K, and did a little bit of cheering at the Half Marathon; and I managed to squeeze some great park-hopping…
Saving Money with Disney Gift Cards
We all know how exciting it is to save money on a Disney vacation, right? Even a small savings can help pay for some Mickey Bars or a t-shirt. TheMouseForLess has a great new way to help you save on your next trip. By using our link to Raise.com, you can save up to 4.5%…
The Disney 3 Course Monorail Meal Dining Adventure
Every Disney World vacation involves food and I am a big fan of unique and adventurous dining experiences. So, as I was planning for our time in the World over marathon week an interesting dining idea popped into my head which I called the “3 Course Monorail Meal”. This would be a progressive dinner type…
Top 7 Snacks at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Disney’s Animal Kingdom offers a cornucopia of delicious goodies! Here are the Top 7 Snacks you should consider picking up when visiting the park. Kusafiri animal cupcakes: At the Kusafiri Bakery they have lots of tasty treats but their cupcakes are what they’re known for! Zebra, lion cub, and elephant cupcakes there are interesting…
Dinner at Storytellers Cafe at Disney’s Grand Californian Resort
The Storytellers Cafe at the Grand Californian Hotel It’s no secret that I adore the Grand Californian Hotel. We haven’t been able to stay at this beautiful place in years, but that doesn’t stop us from enjoying it’s beauty and atmosphere. Design detail in the Storytellers Cafe I recently had dinner at the Storytellers Café,…
The Muppets: A Review of Episode 13 – Got Silk?
Season 1, Episode 13: Got Silk? Originally Aired: Tuesday February 16 Guest stars: RuPaul, Ingrid Michaelson, Utkarsh Ambudkar In this episode Miss Piggy is struggling with not being in the new format of the show as much, and also not having any friends. As such, she tags on to Janice’s aerial contortionist class, where Uncle…
Room #2393 of the Disneyland Hotel
the entrance to the Disneyland Hotel from Downtown Disney The Disneyland Hotel is one of my favorite places to stay on Disneyland property. The dining, the theming, the lobbies, the rooms, the service, one of the best bars anywhere, and the location are hard to beat. I’ve stayed here three times: twice in what is…
A Tribute to Lights, Motors, Action!
As Disney’s Hollywood Studios prepares for Star Wars Land and Toy Story Land, more and more fan favorites are being closed down in order to make room for new attractions. To make way for new additions, areas located near the Streets of America are being closed in anticipation for new experiences. Recently the action packed…
The Magic of Extra Magic Hours
One of the advantages of staying at a Walt Disney World resort is the opportunity to use the Extra Magic Hours (EMH) that are offered at the four Disney theme parks. These are exactly what they sound like. They are extra hours of operation either in the mornings prior to official park openings or evenings…